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Jello Sugar Cookies

Delightful Jello Sugar Cookies – Colorful, Chewy Bites

These colorful Jello Sugar Cookies bring childhood nostalgia with soft, chewy bites that melt in your mouth.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter cold
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 ounces Jello gelatin powder regular, not sugar-free
  • 1/4 cup additional sugar for rolling

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Jello Sugar Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the cold unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer for about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the large egg and blend until fully incorporated for about 1 minute.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter-sugar mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough into 3-4 portions and knead in your chosen Jello powder until incorporated.
  7. Wrap the dough portions in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes.
  8. Form balls of dough about 1 inch in diameter, coat them in additional sugar, and flatten slightly before placing on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set, then allow to cool on sheets for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Enjoy your colorful Jello Sugar Cookies once cooled!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Chill your dough to maintain shape and prevent spreading. Use classic Jello for vibrant colors and avoid overbaking.

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